Democracy and Rhetoric - Bringing Philosophy to Life #22 by Albert A. Anderson

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Democracy and Rhetoric - Bringing Philosophy to Life #22

Bringing Philosophy to Life: Book #22

by Albert A. Anderson

Narrator Albert A. Anderson

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Length 21 minutes

Language English

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How does the clash between democracy and authoritarianism unfold? Exploring the ethical dimensions of leaders like Henry Kissinger and dissecting the role of truth in democratic ideals, Albert A. Anderson engages listeners in a profound reflection. Anderson draws on ancient Greek wisdom to unravel the impact of rhetoric on political persuasion, prompting critical questions about the enduring values that shape the democratic landscape. Join the philosophical journey as the episode navigates through historical contexts and contemporary challenges, inviting listeners to ponder the essence of democracy in the face of authoritarian pressures.

Science & Technology Philosophy Nonfiction

Albert A. Anderson, Ph.D., is Professor of Philosophy Emeritus at Babson College in Massachusetts, where he held an endowed chair as Murata Professor of Ethics from 1995 to 2003. He has also held tenured faculty appointments in philosophy at Clark University and Albion College and full-time positions at Bates College and Rhode Island School of Design. He was a founding member of the International Society for Universal Dialogue serving as its president from 1996-2001. He is president of Agora Publications, Inc., which specializes in translating, adapting, and performing classical philosophical texts.